Iris and Walter
Elissa Haden Guest
Iris and Walter
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Lost and Found
by Elissa Haden Guest
Iris and Walter; Green Light Readers: Level 3
The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
When Iris's baby sister Rose accidentally breaks a precious necklace, a surprising discovery follows—she’s been keeping Walter's lost harmonica all along! This heartwarming tale of little mishaps and family love shows how sometimes, the smallest troubles lead to the biggest surprises.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 2-3 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
7/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0152167013
- Pages
- 44
- Publisher
- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
- Published
- 2004
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 924
- Read-Aloud
- ~6 min
- Text Density
- Picture-Heavy